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NAICS Code· 336612

NAICS 336612: Boat Building

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building boats. Boats are defined as watercraft not built in shipyards and typically of the type suitable or intended for personal use. Included in this industry are establishments that manufacture heavy-duty inflatable rubber or inflatable plastic boats (RIBs). Illustrative Examples: Inflatable plastic boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Inflatable rubber boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Boats (e.g., motorboats, rowboats, canoes, kayaks) manufacturing Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) manufacturing Sailboat building, not done in shipyards Yacht building, not done in shipyards Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 336612 – Boat Building encompasses the design, construction, and repair of military and government-operated vessels, including patrol boats, landing craft, harbor support vessels, and specialized watercraft used for maritime security, logistics, and special operations. This sector involves precision fabrication using composite materials, aluminum alloys, and marine-grade steels, alongside integration of propulsion systems, navigation electronics, and mission-specific payloads such as surveillance suites or weapon mounts.

109
Active Contracts
$525.4M
Total Obligations (12mo)
569
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
252
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
1
Median Bidders per Award
+46.1%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 336612.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 336612 – Boat Building encompasses the design, construction, and repair of military and government-operated vessels, including patrol boats, landing craft, harbor support vessels, and specialized watercraft used for maritime security, logistics, and special operations. This sector involves pre...

NAICS 336612 – Boat Building encompasses the design, construction, and repair of military and government-operated vessels, including patrol boats, landing craft, harbor support vessels, and specialized watercraft used for maritime security, logistics, and special operations. This sector involves precision fabrication using composite materials, aluminum alloys, and marine-grade steels, alongside integration of propulsion systems, navigation electronics, and mission-specific payloads such as surveillance suites or weapon mounts. As part of the broader defense maritime industrial base, boat building supports the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, and other federal agencies requiring rugged, low-signature, and high-mobility watercraft for coastal, riverine, and littoral operations. The work demands compliance with stringent military specifications, including survivability standards, anti-corrosion protocols, and supply chain traceability requirements. Top contractors in this space include BHPE LLC, RE-ENGINEERED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, INC, and ALLOY SLING CHAINS, LLC, a mix of small businesses and specialized mid-tier firms with expertise in naval architecture, modular vessel construction, and defense-grade component fabrication. These firms often serve as niche suppliers or prime contractors for tailored, low-volume programs requiring rapid prototyping and agile production cycles. The Department of Defense is the primary federal buyer, driving demand through naval modernization initiatives, Coast Guard fleet renewal, and special operations watercraft procurement. Programs focus on enhancing domain awareness, rapid deployment capability, and force protection in contested maritime environments. The competitive landscape is characterized by high barriers to entry due to technical specialization, security clearances, and certification requirements, creating concentrated opportunities for firms with proven naval manufacturing experience and supply chain resilience. Growing emphasis on distributed maritime operations and unmanned surface vessels is expanding demand for adaptable, scalable boat platforms.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 336612, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
GENERAL DYNAMICS EUROPEAN LAND SYSTEMS-BRIDGE SYSTEMS GMBH$70.3M1
LIGHT AS AIR BOATS LLC$50.0M1
VICTORY PROCUREMENT SERVICES LLC$50.0M1
IRON HORSE LOGISTICS$50.0M1
QUANTICO TACTICAL INCORPORATED$50.0M1
BLANE INTERNATIONAL GROUP, INC.$50.0M1
SAFE BOATS INTERNATIONAL LLC$39.9M12
INVENTECH MARINE SOLUTIONS, LLC$16.6M6
METALCRAFT MARINE US, INC.$14.0M4
TAI HOLDINGS, INC$13.7M1

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 336612.

FA2823 Aftc Pzio5 awards$250.0M
Department Of Defense395 awards$160.2M
Department Of Homeland Security42 awards$86.6M
Department Of The Interior38 awards$5.5M
Department Of Commerce8 awards$4.7M
Department Of State7 awards$4.5M
Strategic Systems Programs1 award$2.3M
DLA Land And Maritime13 awards$2.0M
Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech1 award$1.9M
Department Of Defense (dod)10 awards$1.6M

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 336612, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Usually Single-Bid

Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 15,142 reported awards

Median Bidders

1

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

53%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

3%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

89% of 16,959 total awards

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
336612This Code
Boat Building
Usually Single-Bid153%
15,14289% of 16,959
33661NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders247%
159,77790% of 176,716
3366Industry Group
Ship and Boat Building
Fewer Bidders247%
159,77790% of 176,716
336Subsector
Fewer Bidders238%
2,923,71580% of 3,661,023
33Sector
Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders244%
16,852,67769% of 24,321,578

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

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NAICS code 336612 covers Boat Building. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building boats. Boats are defined as watercraft not built in shipyards and typically of the type suitable or intended for personal use. Included in this industry are establishments that manufacture heavy-duty inflatable rubber or inflatable plastic boats (RIBs). Illustrative Examples: Inflatable plastic boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Inflatable rubber boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Boats (e.g., motorboats, rowboats, canoes, kayaks) manufacturing Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) manufacturing Sailboat building, not done in shipyards Yacht building, not done in shipyards Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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This contract governs the supply of a specialized 0.500 IPS Socketweld Union Assembly designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I/SUBSAFE), critical to shipboard systems where failure could result in catastrophic consequences including loss of life or vessel. The material must strictly conform to Drawing 845-2445110 and referenced specifications including QQ-N-281, MIL-C-15726, and MIL-C-24679, with mandatory quantitative chemical and mechanical certification for specific components. All items require full traceability from raw material through final assembly, with unique heat-lot markings permanently applied and verifiable against certified test reports. Certification documentation must be submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard under DODAAC N50286, with inspection and acceptance handled by N39040, and shipments are prohibited until formal acceptance is received. Welding, brazing, and non-destructive testing procedures must be pre-approved, with detailed qualification data submitted electronically, and filler metals require certificates verifying composition and compliance. The contractor must maintain an ISO-9001 compliant quality system with ISO-10012 and ISO/IEC 17025 calibration controls, subject to government quality assurance at source, including unannounced audits and inspections by DCMA. All subcontractors are bound by the same stringent requirements, and material handling, storage, and transport must prevent commingling, contamination, or loss of traceability. Mercury and molybdenum disulfide are prohibited, while anti-galling compound A-A-59004 is mandated for threads. Final acceptance requires 100% verification of traceability, certifications, and test results, with zero-tolerance defects for lot acceptance. The contract is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities and is a DO-rated order under DPAS, prioritized for national defense use. All waivers, deviations, and engineering changes require explicit Government approval, and full compliance with NAVSEA and Navy quality directives is mandatory. The delivery window is capped at 365 days post-contract effective date, with certification data submissions due at least 20 days before each delivery.
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Solicitation # SPE7M4-26-T-357L
This contract is for the procurement of one marine window, identified as a commercial off the shelf critical application item with NSN 2040016693185 and part number 8879913-003-03. The order is issued by the Department of Defense Fluid Handling Division under solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-357L. Delivery is required within 20 days and is designated as FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The agreement mandates strict adherence to DLA packaging and marking standards, including MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1E. It prohibits the use of class I ozone depleting chemicals and restricts the intentional addition of mercury or mercury containing compounds, except for specific functional components authorized by NAVSEA. Additionally, the contractor must comply with cybersecurity requirements, including CMMC Level 2 self-assessment and the protection of covered defense information.
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Solicitation # SPE7M4-26-T-376T
This contract, identified as SPE7M4-26-T-376T, is a solicitation by the Department of Defense Fluid Handling Division for the procurement of 25 marine fenders. The items are associated with NSN 2040-01-458-7985 and correspond to Gilman Corporation part numbers 611-020-04 and MLBPOLR. The required delivery date is August 17, 2026, with a delivery timeframe of 20 days after order. The shipment is destined for the AWCF SSA at Fort Stewart, Georgia, with FOB Origin terms. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, while palletization must follow DLA packaging requirement RP001. Technical and quality standards are governed by the DLA Master List, and the contract specifies a zero percent quantity variance. Shipping must be conducted via the fastest traceable means, explicitly prohibiting the use of parcel post.
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